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Activator of phosphatase enzyme is:

Correct answer: C. Zn2+

  • A. Mn2+
  • B. Mg2+
  • C. Zn2+
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Mn2+, Co2+, Ni2+ with an activating effect, Zn2+ with an inhibitory effect. They all bind to the enzyme at the same site and also induce the supposed conformational change. However, Zn2+ is able to produce interactions, perhaps with Pi which is one of the products of hydrolysis, which might explain its inhibitory effect.

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